Nursery Class Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

ECT’s are also welcome to apply

Evidence of continuous CPD and commitment to further professional development

Experience

The Class Teacher should have experience of teaching, which may include experience of working with children with a range of needs

In addition, the Class

Teacher might have experience of

Teaching across the whole Primary age range

Working in partnership with parents/carers

Knowledge and understanding

Knowledge and understanding of the ability to think creatively across the whole curriculum.

Provide support for the individual needs of all the children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies).

Understanding of the Statutory National Curriculum development and the processes that can be used to raise standards of achievement.

Monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress.

The statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, SEN and Child Protection.

Positive links necessary within school and with all its stakeholders.

Effective teaching and learning styles and confident use of ICT to support learning.

In addition, the Class Teacher might also have knowledge and understanding of the specific needs of pupils with ASD

Skills and abilities

Promote the school’s aim positively, and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale

Develop good personal relationships within a team

Establish and develop close relationships with parents, governors and the community

Communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) to a variety of audiences

Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment

In addition, the Class Teacher might also be able to develop further links with engaging parents.

Personal characteristics

Approachable, committed, empathetic, enthusiastic, organised, dynamic and resourceful. Have a sense of balance and perspective.

What the school offers its staff

Aldermoor Farm are proud to offer evidence-based, bespoke CPD designed to support every member of staff excel. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring excellence for all pupils. We work together in a warm, ambitious and supportive environment. Our children are eager to learn, and our families are supportive of their education. Our extensive school grounds provide rich opportunities for outdoor learning across the curriculum. We have a vibrant, modern outdoor area for EYFS and KS1, a Multi-Use Games Area, established Forest School, and playing field all to support the children to thrive. We are the ideal school for dedicated teachers, including ECTs, who want to make a real difference.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.